The first 12 practices of training camp are in the books, and it is finally time for the real thing: it’s game day. Obviously, tonight’s preseason opener between the New England Patriots and Washington Commanders will not count in the standings, and in fact, be a toned-down version of what is to come in the regular season. But, it is the next major step in the team’s preparation under first-year head coach Mike Vrabel.

Here is all you need to know about how you can follow the contest.

How to watch Patriots vs. Commanders in NFL preseason Week 1

Kickoff: Friday, Aug. 8, 7:30 p.m. ET

Stadium: Gillette Stadium, Foxboro MA

Broadcast: Patriots Preseason Network (local | Full list of affiliate stations)

Live stream: patriots.com (local plus Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Brazil), NFL+ (out

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